HS 8472 — Office machines; not elsewhere classified
Harmonized System heading · Chapter 84 Nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery
HS Code
4-digit heading
Chapter 84
Chapter 84 Nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery
Typical duty
By subheading & market
What HS 8472 covers
Engines, turbines, boilers, pumps, furnaces, machinery and mechanical appliances.
Classification notes
Function and intended use are decisive; identical-looking machines can fall in very different headings.
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Frequently asked questions about HS 8472
What is HS 8472?
Office machines; not elsewhere classified is a 4-digit Harmonized System (HS) heading under Chapter 84 (Nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery). It groups goods before national 6-digit subheadings.
Which products are classified under HS 8472?
Office machines; not elsewhere classified covers the products described by this heading. To classify a specific good, determine the precise 6-digit HS subheading, since rates and rules apply at the subheading level.
How do I find the import duty for HS 8472 goods?
Identify the 6-digit subheading for your product, then check the MFN rate and any preferential rate for your destination market (e.g. China, the United States, the EU). 169e’s country tariff pages list rates per HS chapter.
What should I watch for when classifying HS 8472 products?
Function and intended use are decisive; identical-looking machines can fall in very different headings.